Defrosting the windshield
You can use this function to defrost the windshield or to defrost the inside of the windshield and the side windows.
You should only select the defrosting function until the windshield is clear
again.
- Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.
- To activate: press the ¬ button. The indicator lamp in the ¬ button lights up.
The climate control system switches to the following functions:
- cooling with air dehumidification on
- high airflow
- high temperature
- air distribution to the windshield and front side windows
- air-recirculation mode off
- To switch off: press the
button. The indicator lamp in the
button goes out. The previously
selected settings come into effect again. The cooling with air dehumidification
function remains on. Airrecirculation mode remains deactivated.
or
- Press the
button. The indicator
lamp in the
button goes out. Airflow
and air distribution are set to automatic mode.
or
X Turn temperature control 1 or 8 clockwise or counter-clockwise ().
or
- Press the
or
button.
See also:
Convenience opening feature
You can ventilate the vehicle before you start driving. To do this, the key is
used to carry out the following functions simultaneously:
unlock the vehicle
open the side windows
open the pan ...
General information
If you cannot lock or unlock the vehicle with
the SmartKey, either the battery in the
SmartKey is discharged, the SmartKey is
faulty or the starter battery is discharged.
► Check the battery ...
PRE-SAFE® Brake
PRE-SAFE® Brake is only available in vehicles
with DISTRONIC PLUS.
Observe the "Important safety
notes"
section.
PRE-SAFE® Brake can help you to minimize
the risk of a frontal col ...
